1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1966 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1966 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 1966 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | A 110 | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2380 mm |
