1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 28 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1985 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 586 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | 990 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2640 mm |
