1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1988 Innocenti 990 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,078 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Olympia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Olympia (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Olympia weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Opel Olympia 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 1970 Opel Olympia. 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, 1970 Opel Olympia (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Olympia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Innocenti 990 | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | 990 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1078 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2420 mm |
