1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 127 weights approximately 65 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, 1981 Fiat 127 (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 127 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2050 mm |
