1975 Innocenti Mini vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1975 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Innocenti Mini | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
| Model | Mini | C3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
