1985 Citroen CX vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 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, 1985 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen CX | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | CX | Cooper |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |