1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 990 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2350 mm |
