1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1983 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Talbot 1510. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Talbot 1510 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Talbot 1510 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Talbot 1510 (74 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 365 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.
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, 1983 Talbot 1510 (122 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Talbot 1510 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1983 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Talbot |
| Model | 990 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2610 mm |
