1979 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe.
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, 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 2012 Mini Cooper Coupe | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | CX | Cooper Coupe |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |