1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 1981 Porsche 930 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 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 930 weights approximately 546 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.
Because 1981 Porsche 930 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 1981 Porsche 930. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 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 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Mini Metro | 930 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
