1964 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Austin Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 72 kg more than 1964 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, 1964 Austin Mini Cooper (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1964 Austin Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin Mini Cooper | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Mini Cooper | AX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
