1974 Fiat 127 vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1991 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1974 Fiat 127. 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, 1991 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 127 | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 127 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2050 mm |
