1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 515 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.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Mustang | 990 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2050 mm |