1989 Innocenti 990 vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1989 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Innocenti 990 | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | 990 | 3 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1301 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2639 mm |
