1986 Innocenti 990 vs. 2001 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2001 Seat Cordoba is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Cordoba (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1986 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 325 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.
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, 2001 Seat Cordoba (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Innocenti 990 | 2001 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | 990 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2450 mm |
