2011 Citroen C1 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mini Cooper (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C1 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | C1 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1414 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
