1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 496 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.
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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Innocenti 990 | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2480 mm |
