1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 21 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 746 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Hyundai |
| Model | 990 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2710 mm |
