1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 22 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Innocenti 990 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 990 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2649 mm |
