1983 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman.
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 Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | CX | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| 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 | 137 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
