1987 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX 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 (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 573 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. 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 (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | AX | Cooper |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 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 | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |