1974 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 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, 1974 Citroen CX (161 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | CX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
