1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1985 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1985 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1985 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
| Model | 750 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2050 mm |
