1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Corsa 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.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | 990 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2740 mm |
