1987 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 26 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 537 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | AX | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
