1988 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 401 kg more than 1988 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen BX | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | BX | Cooper |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3729 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |