1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 10 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 1010 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 2001 Pontiac Trans Am 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 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. 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, 2001 Pontiac Trans Am (455 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Innocenti 990 | 2001 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
Model | 990 | Trans Am |
Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 455 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2570 mm |