1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2008 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2008 Honda Jazz is newer by 28 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 1,338 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Jazz weights approximately 294 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, 2008 Honda Jazz (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Jazz 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 | 2008 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Mini Metro | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 42 L |
