2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1995 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 221 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.
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, 2009 Citroen C3 (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1995 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | C3 | Mille |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
