1994 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Austin Mini Metro
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 14 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (45 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi A6 weights approximately 953 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 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (73 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1980 Austin Mini Metro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | Mini Metro |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
