1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 732 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 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Innocenti 990 | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | 990 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2690 mm |