1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1988 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1988 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1988 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Innocenti 990 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
| Model | 990 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2944 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2760 mm |
