1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1982 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1982 Innocenti 990 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc, 1973 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 1300 weights approximately 181 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, 1973 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1982 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | 1300 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2050 mm |
