1988 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 507 kg more than 1988 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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | AX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
