1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1983 Innocenti 990. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Innocenti 990 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
| Model | 990 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2760 mm |
