1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2005 Bentley Azure
To start off, 2005 Bentley Azure is newer by 25 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 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Azure 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 2005 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 2005 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 1980 Austin Mini Metro has manual transmission. 1980 Austin Mini Metro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Mini Metro | 2005 Bentley Azure | |
Make | Austin | Bentley |
Model | Mini Metro | Azure |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 6747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 2450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2970 mm |