1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 2006 Kia Carens
To start off, 2006 Kia Carens is newer by 16 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carens (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carens weights approximately 839 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.
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, 2006 Kia Carens (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Innocenti 990 | 2006 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Innocenti | Kia |
| Model | 990 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2570 mm |
