1978 Citroen CX vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mini Cooper (207 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 50 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen CX | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | CX | Cooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 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 | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |