1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1982 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1982 Innocenti 990 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 300 kg more than 1982 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1982 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Innocenti |
| Model | Giulia | 990 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
