1992 Innocenti 990 vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1992 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 490 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.
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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Innocenti 990 | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | 990 | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2590 mm |
