1990 Citroen CX vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Citroen CX. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen CX | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Citroen | Mini |
Model | CX | Cooper |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |