1992 Citroen BX vs. 1987 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1987 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 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, 1992 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1987 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | BX | 990 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2050 mm |
