1997 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Mini One is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini One is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini One (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini One should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini One weights approximately 507 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Mini One (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Mini One will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 2005 Mini One | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | AX | One |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
