1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1997 Innocenti Mille is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta (59 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Innocenti Mille weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Innocenti Mille | 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mille | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
