1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1969 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1969 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1958 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1969 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
| Model | 1000 | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
