1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 28 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 547 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Innocenti | Chevrolet |
| Model | 990 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2830 mm |
