1988 Ford Escort vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Escort (75 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 1988 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escort | 990 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2050 mm |
