1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 611 kg more than 1984 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1991 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1991 Venturi Cabriolet (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 1991 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Innocenti | Venturi |
| Model | 990 | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
