1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 1986 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 746 kg more than 1983 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1986 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1986 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Innocenti 990 | 1986 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |
