1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 19 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 575 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, 2009 Kia Sportage (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Innocenti 990 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Innocenti | Kia |
| Model | 990 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2640 mm |
