1968 Innocenti C vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti C would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti C. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Innocenti C. 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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti C. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti C | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
| Model | C | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 68 L |
