1995 Innocenti Mille vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 361 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Innocenti Mille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Innocenti Mille | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mille | C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
