1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Mini Metro would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 46 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta 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 | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Mini Metro | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 34 L |
