1998 Fiat Marea vs. 1985 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1998 Fiat Marea is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Marea weights approximately 541 kg more than 1985 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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Marea | 1985 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Marea | 990 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2050 mm |
