1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 29 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1135 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 2012 Jeep Liberty 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 2012 Jeep Liberty. 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, 2012 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990. 2012 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1983 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1983 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Innocenti 990 | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Innocenti | Jeep |
Model | 990 | Liberty |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4493 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1836 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2695 mm |