1992 Innocenti Koral vs. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Innocenti Koral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Innocenti Koral would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Innocenti Koral. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1992 Innocenti Koral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 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, 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Innocenti Koral. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Innocenti Koral.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Innocenti Koral | 2004 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Koral | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2510 mm |
