1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1980 Toyota Tercel
To start off, both 1980 Austin Mini Metro and 1980 Toyota Tercel were released in the same year (1980). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Tercel weights approximately 66 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
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 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Mini Metro | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
