1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1983 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 206 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, 1983 Volkswagen Golf (133 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1983 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2480 mm |
