1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1993 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1993 Subaru Vivio 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 1,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Mini Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Vivio (63 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Mini Metro weights approximately 52 kg more than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Vivio. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1993 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Mini Metro | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2320 mm |
