1998 Honda Life vs. 1991 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 7 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 992 cc (3 cylinders), 1991 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Life weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Innocenti 990 (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Innocenti 990 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Life | 1991 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Life | 990 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2050 mm |
