1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 16 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 955 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, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 | 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | Mini Metro | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |
