1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1981 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1981 Innocenti Mini 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. Both 1980 Austin Mini Metro and 1981 Innocenti Mini are equipped with a 998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Mini Metro weights approximately 27 kg more than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1981 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | Mini Metro | Mini |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 38 L |
