1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1985 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 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 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600. 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, 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1985 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Innocenti |
| Model | 2600 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2050 mm |
