1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Innocenti 990 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corona (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Corona weights approximately 436 kg more than 1983 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Innocenti 990 | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | 990 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2590 mm |
