1989 Innocenti 990 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 688 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, 2005 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1989 Innocenti 990 has manual transmission. 1989 Innocenti 990 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Innocenti 990 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Innocenti | Honda |
| Model | 990 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
