1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 478 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 Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight 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 Insight | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Mini Metro | Insight |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 40 L |
