1986 Innocenti 990 vs. 1987 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 305 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 305 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1986 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1986 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, 1987 Peugeot 305 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Innocenti 990 | 1987 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | 990 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2630 mm |
