1986 Innocenti 990 vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Innocenti 990 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1986 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 420 kg more than 1986 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Nissan Bluebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Nissan Bluebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Innocenti 990 | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |
