2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 150 kg more than 1988 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 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1988 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Panda | 990 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 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 | 860 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2050 mm |
