1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (210 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 346 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 1972 Porsche 911 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 1972 Porsche 911. 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (255 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | 990 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2280 mm |
