1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1998 Daewoo Chairman
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 881 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 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Daewoo Chairman (314 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Mini Metro has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Mini Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 1998 Daewoo Chairman | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Mini Metro | Chairman |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
