1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2003 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 23 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Mini Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Austin Mini Metro weights approximately 27 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2003 Daihatsu Charade (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Charade 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 | 2003 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mini Metro | Charade |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 36 L |
