1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 560 kg more than 1958 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | 2CV | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
