1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1999 Hyundai Galloper
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Galloper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Galloper (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Galloper should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Galloper weights approximately 971 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 Hyundai Galloper 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 Hyundai Galloper 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 Hyundai Galloper (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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 Hyundai Galloper | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | Mini Metro | Galloper |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
