1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Echo weights approximately 215 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, 1999 Toyota Echo (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | 990 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2380 mm |
