1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 590 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | Ami | Cooper |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |