1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 2009 Toyota Venza 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. 2009 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Mini Metro | Venza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 67 L |
