1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 1,257 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Austin Mini Metro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Austin Mini Metro (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 301 kg more than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | Mini Metro | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
