1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 11 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Seat Toledo weights approximately 276 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo 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 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Austin | Seat |
| Model | Mini Metro | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
