1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO

To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Pontiac GTO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Pontiac GTO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Innocenti 990 1970 Pontiac GTO
Make Innocenti Pontiac
Model 990 GTO
Year Released 1991 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 992 cc 6548 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 51 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 603 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 104.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 95.3 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 3170 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2850 mm