1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is newer by 20 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daewoo Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Rezzo weights approximately 516 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, 2000 Daewoo Rezzo (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Rezzo 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 | 2000 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Mini Metro | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
