1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1980 Austin Mini Metro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 616 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Mini Metro | 616 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
