1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1990 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, 1997 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Innocenti 990 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Rover |
| Model | 990 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |
