1982 Audi 80 vs. 1980 Austin Mini Metro
To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 2 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 436 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, 1982 Audi 80 (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1980 Austin Mini Metro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | Mini Metro |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 70.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 31 L |
