1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 is newer by 10 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 214 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 214 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 214 weights approximately 318 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, 1995 Rover 214 (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 214 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1995 Rover 214 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Rover |
| Model | 990 | 214 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |
