1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1974 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Innocenti Mini | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
Model | Mini | C5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2760 mm |