1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 25 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1196 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.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 990 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2476 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3010 mm |
