2006 Audi A4 vs. 1989 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 1170 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, 2006 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1989 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Audi | Innocenti |
| Model | A4 | 990 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2050 mm |
