1971 Fiat 128 vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 128 (66 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 128 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 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, 1971 Fiat 128 (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 128 | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 128 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2050 mm |
