1995 Innocenti Elba vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Innocenti Elba | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
Model | Elba | 3 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.4 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |