1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1948 Citroen 15
To start off, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 742 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1948 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Mini Cooper | 15 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3100 mm |
