1944 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1944 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1944 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1944 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Citroen 15 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
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, 2006 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1944 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1944 Citroen 15. 2006 Mini Cooper has automatic transmission and 1944 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1944 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mini Cooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1944 Citroen 15 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | 15 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1944 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2470 mm |