1989 Innocenti 990 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1989 Innocenti 990 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (52 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 130 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, 1965 Peugeot 204 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Innocenti 990 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | 990 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2310 mm |
