1987 Innocenti 990 vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 17 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), 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1987 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1987 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 905 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Innocenti 990 | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 990 | 166 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| 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 | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2710 mm |
