1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1991 Innocenti 990

To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. Both 1960 Abarth 1000 and 1991 Innocenti 990 are equipped with a 992 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.

Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Abarth 1000 1991 Innocenti 990
Make Abarth Innocenti
Model 1000 990
Year Released 1960 1991
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 992 cc 992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 96 Nm 75 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 58 mm 73 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 680 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 3170 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2050 mm


 

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