1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1982 Innocenti 990 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Seat 1400 (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Seat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 325 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 1961 Seat 1400 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 1961 Seat 1400. 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, 1961 Seat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | 990 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2660 mm |
