1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1990 Innocenti 990 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 184 kg more than 1990 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, 1973 Volkswagen Passat (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Innocenti 990 | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1297 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 | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2480 mm |
