1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, both 1980 Austin Mini Metro and 1980 Steyr G-series were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Steyr G-series (71 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 966 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, 1980 Steyr G-series (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1980 Steyr G-series 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 Steyr G-series | |
Make | Austin | Steyr |
Model | Mini Metro | G-series |
Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |