1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1970 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 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 1960 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
| Model | 600 | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
