2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 807 kg more than 1967 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Innocenti A 40 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 1967 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5, 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1967 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | C5 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
