1991 Innocenti Koral vs. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti Koral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti Koral would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 524 kg more than 1991 Innocenti Koral. 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, 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle (172 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti Koral. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti Koral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti Koral | 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Koral | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 902 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2340 mm |
