1986 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 175 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper. 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, 1986 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | CX | Cooper |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3698 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |