1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1991 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1951 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1991 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | 2CV | 990 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 374 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2050 mm |
