1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1983 Innocenti 990 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1983 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Innocenti 990 | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
