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 |