1989 Innocenti 990 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 20 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 820 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.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Innocenti 990 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | 990 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3090 mm |
