1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 560 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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Innocenti 990 | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | 990 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |
