1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 751 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 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Innocenti 990 2010 Subaru Impreza
Make Innocenti Subaru
Model 990 Impreza
Year Released 1984 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 51 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 714 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 3170 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2619 mm


 

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