1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1983 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Camry weights approximately 296 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, 1983 Toyota Camry (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Camry 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 | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Mini Metro | Camry |
Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |