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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 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 879 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 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. 2011 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1983 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1983 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1593 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 |