1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Carina weights approximately 236 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 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina. 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 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Innocenti 990 | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | 990 | Carina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2430 mm |