1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 486 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 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Mini Metro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
