1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 18 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 675 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Innocenti 990 | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
Make | Innocenti | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 990 | 156 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2600 mm |