1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 60 kg more 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, 1988 Volkswagen Polo (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Innocenti 990 | 1988 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | 990 | Polo |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2340 mm |