1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 910 kg more than 1984 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
| Model | 990 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2820 mm |
