1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1993 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1993 Fiat Vivace is newer by 13 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 63 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, 1993 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Fiat Vivace 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 | 1993 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Mini Metro | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2230 mm |
