1996 Innocenti Mille vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 628 kg more than 1996 Innocenti Mille. 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 3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Innocenti Mille | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
Model | Mille | 3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |