1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Daihatsu Applause weights approximately 330 kg more than 1991 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, 1989 Daihatsu Applause (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Applause | 990 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2050 mm |
