1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 22 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 811 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 2007 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Innocenti | Saab |
| Model | 990 | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
