1988 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1989 Innocenti 990 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Civic weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 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, 1988 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1989 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Civic | 990 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
