1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 490 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.
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, 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Innocenti 990 | 1989 Alfa Romeo 164 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 990 | 164 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1962 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2670 mm |
