1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 18 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 508 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990. 2000 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 1982 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1982 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Innocenti | Ford |
| Model | 990 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2710 mm |
