1989 Innocenti 990 vs. 1969 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1989 Innocenti 990 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jaguar 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jaguar 240 would be higher. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1989 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Jaguar 240 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 1969 Jaguar 240. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1969 Jaguar 240 (198 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Innocenti 990 | 1969 Jaguar 240 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jaguar |
| Model | 990 | 240 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2740 mm |
