1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 10 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Festiva weights approximately 26 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
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, 1990 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Festiva 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 | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Mini Metro | Festiva |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2300 mm |