1992 Citroen BX vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 175 kg more than 1992 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | BX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
