1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 27 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 751 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Innocenti 990 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2578 mm |
