1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1988 Innocenti 990 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 993 cc, 1988 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 Innocenti 990.
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, 1988 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Fiesta | 990 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2050 mm |
