1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | 2CV | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 50 L |
