1985 Citroen CX vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 730 kg more than 1991 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, 1985 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | CX | 990 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2050 mm |
