1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 27 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 414 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990. 2012 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1985 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1985 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Fiat |
| Model | 990 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2301 mm |
