1972 Innocenti Mini vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 882 kg more than 1972 Innocenti Mini. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti Mini. 2011 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1972 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1972 Innocenti Mini will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti Mini | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
| Model | Mini | C5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2760 mm |
