2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1990 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 19 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 1,366 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo weights approximately 445 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1990 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Innocenti |
| Model | MiTo | 990 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2050 mm |
