1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 335 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, 1996 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Rover |
| Model | 990 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |
