1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 820 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 2011 Nissan NP300 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 2011 Nissan NP300. 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, 2011 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2960 mm |
