2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1985 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Punto (84 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Punto weights approximately 436 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, 2004 Fiat Punto (195 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1985 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Punto | 990 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2050 mm |
