1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1982 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 250 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 1982 Pontiac 1000 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 1982 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1982 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1982 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
| Model | 990 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2400 mm |
