1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1996 Saab 900
To start off, 1996 Saab 900 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Saab 900 (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Saab 900 weights approximately 605 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, 1996 Saab 900 (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1996 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Saab |
| Model | 990 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2520 mm |
