1996 Innocenti Mille vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, 2008 Mazda 3 is newer by 12 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 3 weights approximately 380 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, 2008 Mazda 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
Model | Mille | 3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |