1978 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 35 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 110 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | CX | Cooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3723 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |