1986 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 1 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 1,115 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 111 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990.
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, 1986 Ford Escort (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1985 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escort | 990 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2050 mm |
