1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 18 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 483 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.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 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 | 1998 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mini Metro | Tracker |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2210 mm |
