1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 5 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 451 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra 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 | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Mini Metro | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
