1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1988 Innocenti 990 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 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.
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, 1981 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990. 1981 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1988 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1988 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Innocenti 990 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
Make | Innocenti | Honda |
Model | 990 | Accord |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1602 cc |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2390 mm |