1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 16 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. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 384 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 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2730 mm |
