1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1980 Citroen GSA
To start off, both 1980 Austin Mini Metro and 1980 Citroen GSA were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,129 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Citroen GSA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Citroen GSA (56 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Citroen GSA should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen GSA weights approximately 178 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.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1980 Citroen GSA | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Mini Metro | GSA |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 43 L |
