1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 690 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, 2011 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord 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 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Mini Metro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |
