2009 Fiat Idea vs. 1982 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2009 Fiat Idea is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Idea weights approximately 410 kg more than 1982 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 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Idea | 1982 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Idea | 990 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 40 L |
