1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Mini Metro | Legacy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 70 L |