1996 Citroen ZX vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX. 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, 2010 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen ZX. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | ZX | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1407 mm |
