2002 Citroen Saxo vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2002 Citroen Saxo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1991 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990.
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, 1991 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Saxo | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | Saxo | 990 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2050 mm |
