1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 14 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 294 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Innocenti | Subaru |
| Model | 990 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |
