1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 27 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 730 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Innocenti | Honda |
| Model | 990 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2741 mm |
