1991 Citroen ZX vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mini Cooper weights approximately 21 kg more than 1991 Citroen ZX.
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, 1991 Citroen ZX (160 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | ZX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
