1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Nissan Sunny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 446 kg more than 1985 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, 1996 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
