1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 636 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 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Innocenti 990 | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | 990 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4346 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2416 mm |
