1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, both 1980 Austin Mini Metro and 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 766 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.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 | 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mini Metro | Jeep |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2650 mm |