1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1978 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Mini Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 51 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1978 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Mini Metro | Visa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2440 mm |
