1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1987 Honda Accord
To start off, 1987 Honda Accord is newer by 7 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 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Accord weights approximately 368 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, 1987 Honda Accord (167 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Accord 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 | 1987 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Mini Metro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
