1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 19 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 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1703 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 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 687 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres 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 | 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | |
| Make | Austin | Bentley |
| Model | Mini Metro | Hunaudieres |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 615 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |
