1978 Citroen CX vs. 2007 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 29 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. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (173 HP @ 1600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | CX | Cooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |