1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1982 Innocenti 990 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 930 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 1954 Oldsmobile 88 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 1954 Oldsmobile 88. 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Innocenti 990 | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
Make | Innocenti | Oldsmobile |
Model | 990 | 88 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 5320 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3110 mm |