2009 Audi A4 vs. 1986 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1986 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1986 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 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1986 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Audi | Innocenti |
| Model | A4 | 990 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 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 | 1630 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2050 mm |
