1992 Innocenti 990 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Innocenti 990 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 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 1987 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Innocenti 990 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | 990 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
