1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1988 Citroen AX
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen AX weights approximately 166 kg more than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper.
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, 1988 Citroen AX (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Mini Cooper. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX 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 | 1988 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Mini Cooper | AX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 43 L |
