1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corolla 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 1973 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1973 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | 990 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2340 mm |
