1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 323 (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1985 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, 1990 Mazda 323 (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | 990 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2460 mm |
