1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 2000 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2000 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 9 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 739 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 290 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 2000 TVR Speed 12 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 2000 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2000 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 806 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 2000 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Innocenti | TVR |
| Model | 990 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2570 mm |
