1976 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 316 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | CX | Cooper Coupe |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1387 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
