1987 Innocenti 990 vs. 1989 Maserati 420
To start off, 1989 Maserati 420 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1987 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1987 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 420 weights approximately 465 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 1989 Maserati 420 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 1989 Maserati 420. 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, 1989 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Innocenti 990 | 1989 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Maserati |
| Model | 990 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2610 mm |
