1981 Innocenti Mini vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 873 kg more than 1981 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Innocenti Mini | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
Model | Mini | C5 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
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 | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |