1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 1966 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1988 Innocenti 990 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,557 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Lotus Elan (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1966 Lotus Elan.
Because 1966 Lotus Elan 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 1966 Lotus Elan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1966 Lotus Elan (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Innocenti 990 | 1966 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
| Model | 990 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1557 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2140 mm |
