1987 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Innocenti Mini
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Innocenti Mini is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Innocenti Mini (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 2 kg more than 1976 Innocenti Mini.
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, 1987 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1976 Innocenti Mini | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | AX | Mini |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
