1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1967 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1967 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. 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, 1967 Innocenti IM 3 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1967 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | DKW | Innocenti |
| Model | Coupe | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |
