1988 Innocenti 990 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1988 Innocenti 990 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1988 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 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, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Innocenti 990 | 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1455 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2410 mm |
