1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 26 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 512 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, 2006 Ford Focus (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus 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 | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Mini Metro | Focus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
