1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1984 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 376 kg more than 1984 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 Fiat Brava (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1984 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Brava | 990 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2050 mm |
