1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 488 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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Innocenti | Honda |
| Model | 990 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2670 mm |
