1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 2013 Honda Accord

To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 901 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1985 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1985 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Innocenti 990 2013 Honda Accord
Make Innocenti Honda
Model 990 Accord
Year Released 1985 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 993 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 51 HP 274 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 342 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Vehicle Weight 714 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 3170 mm 4862 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1465 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2775 mm


 

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