1985 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 235 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX. 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | BX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
