1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Carlton would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 436 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 1983 Vauxhall Carlton 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 1983 Vauxhall Carlton. 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Innocenti 990 | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
Make | Innocenti | Vauxhall |
Model | 990 | Carlton |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |