1969 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1982 Innocenti 990 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1982 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Innocenti 990 (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 500 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 1969 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Innocenti 990 (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 500 | 1982 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 500 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 40 L |
