1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 27 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 936 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 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 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, 2011 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2011 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Audi |
| Model | 990 | S4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2809 mm |
