1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 2009 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | Visa | Cooper Clubman |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |