1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2007 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 808 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 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 2007 Honda CR-V 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. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Austin Mini Metro 2007 Honda CR-V
Make Austin Honda
Model Mini Metro CR-V
Year Released 1980 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1257 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5650 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 97 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.7 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.3 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.8:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 754 kg 1562 kg
Vehicle Length 3410 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 31 L 58 L


 

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