1961 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1994 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1994 Citroen C 15 is newer by 33 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 261 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, 1961 Austin Mini Cooper (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Mini Cooper | 1994 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Mini Cooper | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 66 L |
