1987 Citroen CX vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen CX weights approximately 255 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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 Coupe (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen CX | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | CX | Coupe |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
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 | 137 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2467 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |