1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1365 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 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2980 mm |
