1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2004 Saturn L
To start off, 2004 Saturn L is newer by 20 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Saturn L weights approximately 606 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, 2004 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2004 Saturn L | |
| Make | Innocenti | Saturn |
| Model | 990 | L |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2630 mm |
