1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990.
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, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 990 | Santana |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2560 mm |
