1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 14 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, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Express weights approximately 66 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Austin Mini Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Mini Metro | Express |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
