1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist 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 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist weights approximately 196 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, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1991 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
| Make | Austin | Wartburg |
| Model | Mini Metro | 1.3 l Tourist |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
