1983 Innocenti 990 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1983 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1983 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Innocenti 990 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | 990 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
