1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2010 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 1169 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 SsangYong Stavic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 SsangYong Stavic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Stavic (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 2010 SsangYong Stavic 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 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Austin Mini Metro | 2010 SsangYong Stavic | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Mini Metro | Stavic |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 80 L |