2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 2146 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1991 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1991 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Five Hundred | 990 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2050 mm |
