1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1302

To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990.

Because 1967 Volkswagen 1302 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Volkswagen 1302. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Volkswagen 1302 (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Innocenti 990 1967 Volkswagen 1302
Make Innocenti Volkswagen
Model 990 1302
Year Released 1991 1967
Engine Size 992 cc 1285 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 51 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 75 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 69 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 3170 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1560 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2050 mm 2410 mm


 

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