1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1988 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 8 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Mini Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Mini Metro weights approximately 25 kg more than 1988 Citroen Visa. 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, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1988 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Mini Metro | Visa |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
