1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1966 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1966 Innocenti IM 3.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 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 1950 Austin A 40. 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, 1966 Innocenti IM 3 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1966 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1966 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | A 40 | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
