1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 29 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (138 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 791 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 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Audi |
| Model | 990 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2578 mm |
