1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 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 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1171 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 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 2010 Kia Sorento 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. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Mini Metro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |
