1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 29 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 278 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, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Materia 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 | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mini Metro | Materia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
