1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 291 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.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | 990 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2550 mm |
