1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 43 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 411 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, 2010 Citroen C3, 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti A 40 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | C3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
