1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1516 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 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini Metro | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
