1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 22 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Idea weights approximately 440 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, 2012 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Innocenti 990 | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Innocenti | Fiat |
| Model | 990 | Idea |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 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 | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2520 mm |
