1989 Innocenti 990 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 316 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Innocenti 990 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 990 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
