2005 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (220 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1989 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Audi | Innocenti |
| Model | A4 | 990 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2050 mm |
