2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1982 Innocenti 990
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 778 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.
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, 2008 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1982 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | FR-V | 990 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
