2001 Honda S-MX vs. 1982 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 616 kg more than 1982 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 1982 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | S-MX | 990 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 993 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2050 mm |
