1952 Citroen 15 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 111 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 (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 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 1952 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Citroen 15 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | 15 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 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 | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 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 |