1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 2 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 105 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, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
