1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 166 kg more than 1985 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, 1979 Volkswagen Passat (95 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Innocenti 990 | 1979 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | 990 | Passat |
Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2480 mm |