1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1986 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1986 Opel Ascona 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Ascona weights approximately 166 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, 1986 Opel Ascona (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Ascona 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 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Mini Metro | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
