1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres
To start off, 1988 Innocenti 990 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Marcos 2 Litres weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1971 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1971 Marcos 2 Litres (149 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Marcos 2 Litres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Innocenti 990 | 1971 Marcos 2 Litres | |
Make | Innocenti | Marcos |
Model | 990 | 2 Litres |
Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1996 cc |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2270 mm |