1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 651 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 1975 Nissan Cedric 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 1975 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (143 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 990 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2700 mm |
