1971 Fiat 124 vs. 1990 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1990 Innocenti 990 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 124 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 124 weights approximately 202 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.
Because 1971 Fiat 124 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 1971 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1971 Fiat 124 (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 124 | 1990 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 124 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2050 mm |
