1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1988 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1988 Innocenti 990 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1988 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1988 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
| Model | 1600 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2050 mm |
