1986 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Cooper weights approximately 430 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15. 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen C 15 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | C 15 | Cooper |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |