1968 Ford Corsair vs. 1986 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1986 Innocenti 990 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Corsair (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1986 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Corsair weights approximately 175 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.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Innocenti 990, 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, 1968 Ford Corsair (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Corsair | 1986 Innocenti 990 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Corsair | 990 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2050 mm |