1987 Innocenti 990 vs. 1974 Simca 1100
To start off, 1987 Innocenti 990 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1987 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1100 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1987 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, 1974 Simca 1100 (87 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Innocenti 990 | 1974 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Simca |
| Model | 990 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2530 mm |
