Compare performance (8 HP vs 8 HP), boot space and price (9,900 £ vs 17,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aixam Minauto or Casalini 550?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Aixam Minauto is clearly cheaper – starting at 9,900 £ , while the Casalini 550 costs 17,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,097 £.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
Both models deliver identical power – 8 HP each.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Aixam Minauto delivers visibly more torque with 40 Nm compared to 28 Nm. That’s about 12 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 2 people.
Both models weigh roughly the same – around 425 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Casalini 550 carries barely more – 273 kg compared to 250 kg. That’s a difference of about 23 kg.
The Aixam Minauto is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Aixam Minauto is a tiny, no-nonsense city microcar from Aixam that prioritizes ease of parking and low running costs over outright performance. It suits urban commuters who want a compact, economical runabout with basic comfort and safety, though buyers should expect limited pace and cabin space compared with conventional cars.
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The Casalini 550 is a compact city runabout that packs surprising practicality into a tiny footprint, making parking a breeze and daily errands almost enjoyable. It won't wow on long highway blasts, but for shopping trips and short commutes it's a clever, affordable alternative to a full-size car — proof that you don't need a giant wallet to get where you need to go.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
9,900 - 10,900 £
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Price
17,000 - 17,100 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
75 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
20 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
2
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Seats
2
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Doors
-
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Doors
3
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Curb weight
425 kg
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Curb weight
425 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
0 L
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Length
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Length
3,000 mm
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Width
1,500 mm
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Width
1,500 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,470 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
250 kg
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Payload
273 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
CVT, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
8 HP
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Power HP
8 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
45 km/h
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Torque
21 - 40 Nm
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Torque
28 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
2
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Number of Cylinders
2
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Power kW
6 kW
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Power kW
6 kW
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Engine capacity
479 cm3
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Engine capacity
479 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
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Model Year
2022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
-
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Brand
Aixam
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Brand
Casalini
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