1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, both 1980 Austin Mini Metro and 1980 Ford Escort were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 17 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 156 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Because 1980 Ford Escort is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Mini Metro | Escort |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 53 L |