1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 642 kg more than 1990 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Innocenti 990 | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
| Model | 990 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2610 mm |
