1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 2001 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2001 Seat Arosa 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Arosa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Arosa weights approximately 579 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, 2001 Seat Arosa (236 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm). This means 2001 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 2001 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | 990 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1289 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2340 mm |
