1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 19 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 766 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | 990 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2600 mm |
