1986 Innocenti 990 vs. 1961 Saab 750
To start off, 1986 Innocenti 990 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Saab 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Saab 750 would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1986 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Saab 750. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1961 Saab 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Saab 750 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1986 Innocenti 990.
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, 1961 Saab 750 (84 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Saab 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Innocenti 990 | 1961 Saab 750 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Saab |
| Model | 990 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2500 mm |
