1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 880 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2712 mm |
