1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na
To start off, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is newer by 6 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na weights approximately 170 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Because 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na 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 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na. 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, 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na 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 | 1986 Daewoo Maepsy-Na | |
Make | Austin | Daewoo |
Model | Mini Metro | Maepsy-Na |
Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |