1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1998 Plymouth Neon is newer by 14 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Plymouth Neon weights approximately 396 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Innocenti | Plymouth |
| Model | 990 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2650 mm |
