1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1990 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 755 kg more than 1990 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, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu (249 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 1990 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1990 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1990 Innocenti 990 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Innocenti |
Model | Malibu | 990 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2050 mm |