2001 Buick Regal vs. 1990 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2001 Buick Regal is newer by 11 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 850 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, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990. 2001 Buick Regal 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. 2001 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Regal | 1990 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Buick | Innocenti |
| Model | Regal | 990 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2050 mm |
