2009 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1996 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina (362 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1996 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 689 kg more than 1996 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Lumina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Lumina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Innocenti Mille, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Lumina | 1996 Innocenti Mille | |
Make | Chevrolet | Innocenti |
Model | Lumina | Mille |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2370 mm |