1984 Innocenti 990 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1984 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 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 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 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Innocenti 990 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | 990 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2680 mm |
