1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1980 Toyota Starlet
To start off, both 1980 Austin Mini Metro and 1980 Toyota Starlet 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Mini Metro weights approximately 59 kg more than 1980 Toyota Starlet.
Because 1980 Toyota Starlet 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 Toyota Starlet. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1980 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Mini Metro | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
