1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1956 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (57 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Morgan Plus 4 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 1956 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1956 Morgan Plus 4 (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Innocenti 990 | 1956 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Innocenti | Morgan |
Model | 990 | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2440 mm |