1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 771 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | 990 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1485 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 |
