1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1982 Innocenti 990 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Renault 18 weights approximately 245 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, 1978 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | 990 | 18 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
