1990 Innocenti 990 vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 19 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1990 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 1597 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, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Innocenti 990 | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | 990 | GTI |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2580 mm |