1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Fox
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Fox is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,197 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Fox (54 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Fox should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Fox weights approximately 268 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, 2005 Volkswagen Fox (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Innocenti 990 | 2005 Volkswagen Fox | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | Fox |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2590 mm |
