1986 Innocenti 990 vs. 1979 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1986 Innocenti 990 is newer by 7 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 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Innocenti 990 (51 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen Passat. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 235 kg more than 1986 Innocenti 990.
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 (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 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 1986 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Innocenti 990 | 1979 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2480 mm |
