2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1990 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 16 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (151 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 910 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, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1990 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Innocenti |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 990 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2050 mm |
