1982 Innocenti 990 vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1982 Innocenti 990. 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti 990 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | 990 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
