1987 Innocenti 990 vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1987 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1987 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 970 kg more than 1987 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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Innocenti 990 | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
Model | 990 | Thesis |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2810 mm |