2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1997 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille. 2006 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 1997 Innocenti Mille has manual transmission. 1997 Innocenti Mille will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1997 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | C4 | Mille |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2370 mm |
