1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager 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 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1363 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 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 2011 Lancia Voyager 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. 2011 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | Mini Metro | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 747 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 76 L |
