1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 is newer by 21 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 996 weights approximately 780 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 2003 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | 990 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
