1994 Citroen AX vs. 1969 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mini Clubman would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1969 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mini Clubman weights approximately 12 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1969 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | AX | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
