1987 Innocenti 990 vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1987 Innocenti 990 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu 117 (72 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1987 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 475 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.
Because 1979 Isuzu 117 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Isuzu 117. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Isuzu 117 (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Innocenti 990 | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Isuzu |
| Model | 990 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |
