1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1991 Lotus Elan
To start off, both 1991 Innocenti 990 and 1991 Lotus Elan were released in the same year (1991). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lotus Elan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lotus Elan (160 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lotus Elan weights approximately 287 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Lotus Elan (143 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm). This means 1991 Lotus Elan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1991 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
| Model | 990 | Elan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 997 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2260 mm |
