1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 27 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 417 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, 2007 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Mini Metro | Focus |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 55 L |
