1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 27 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 411 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.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Innocenti 990. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | 990 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3010 mm |
