1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 2006 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Sentra is newer by 21 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Sentra (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 816 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, 2006 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 2006 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2540 mm |
