1994 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 10 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 76 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, 1994 Citroen AX (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1984 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | AX | 990 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2050 mm |
