1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2004 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2004 Seat Ibiza 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 1,196 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Ibiza (63 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 301 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 Seat Ibiza (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2004 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | 990 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
