1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2002 Rover 25
To start off, 2002 Rover 25 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 25 (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 25 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1984 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, 2002 Rover 25 (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2002 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Rover |
| Model | 990 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |
