1969 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 734 kg more than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. 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 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti IM 3 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
| Model | IM 3 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 71 L |
