1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 556 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 1987 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 1987 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Innocenti | Venturi |
| Model | 990 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
