1980 Austin Mini Metro vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1383 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 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Austin Mini Metro | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mini Metro | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 12.0: 1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 754 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 100 L |
