1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 17 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 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 501 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 990 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |
