1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1976 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1040 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 1976 Pontiac Firebird 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 1976 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1976 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1976 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
| Model | 990 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2750 mm |
