Engines1981–1985

What engines does the Austin Metro (1981-1985) come with?

The Austin Metro (1981-1985) was offered with 5 distinct engine configurations across its trim range.

EnginePowerTorqueTransmissionDriveTop speed0-100 km/hConsumptionAvailable on
1.3L Petrol92 hp116 NmManualFront Wheel Drive180 km/h9.9 s7.3 l/100km1 trim
1.3L Petrol71 hp102 NmManualFront Wheel Drive161 km/h11.8 s7.2 l/100km2 trims
1.3L Petrol62 hp97 NmAutomaticFront Wheel Drive146 km/h16.7 s7.4 l/100km1 trim
1.3L Petrol62 hp97 NmManualFront Wheel Drive156 km/h13.9 s6.2 l/100km2 trims
1.0L Petrol48 hp74 NmManualFront Wheel Drive138 km/h19.7 s6.4 l/100km9 trims
How this is measured

Each row is a distinct mechanical configuration — engine size, power output, transmission, drivetrain and fuel type — deduplicated across equipment trims that share the same engine. Trim-only differences (interior, wheels, options) do not create a separate row.

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