1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1988 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1988 Honda Prelude 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Prelude weights approximately 358 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, 1988 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Prelude 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 | 1988 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Mini Metro | Prelude |
Year Released | 1980 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |