1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 376 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | 990 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
