1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1988 Innocenti 990 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 500 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Innocenti 990 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | 990 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1905 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
