2005 Citroen C vs. 1995 Innocenti Elba
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Innocenti Elba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. 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, 2005 Citroen C (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1995 Innocenti Elba | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | C | Elba |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
