2000 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C1 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 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1. 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 (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C1 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3713 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
