1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 1999 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1999 Toyota Venture 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Venture weights approximately 586 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, 1999 Toyota Venture (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Venture 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 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Mini Metro | Venture |
Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |