1997 Acura NSX vs. 1980 Austin Mini Metro
To start off, 1997 Acura NSX is newer by 17 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (62 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura NSX weights approximately 616 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 1997 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Austin Mini Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Mini Metro. (97 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Mini Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1980 Austin Mini Metro | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | NSX | Mini Metro |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
