1989 Innocenti 990 vs. 1986 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1989 Innocenti 990 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Corsa would be higher. Both 1989 Innocenti 990 and 1986 Opel Corsa are equipped with a 993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1986 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Corsa weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Innocenti 990.
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 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Corsa. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Innocenti 990 | 1986 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | 990 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2850 mm |
