1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 1989 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1989 Innocenti 990 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1989 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 55 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fiesta | 1989 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Fiesta | 990 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2050 mm |
