1960 Innocenti 950 vs. 1963 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1960 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Innocenti 950 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 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1963 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Innocenti 950 | 1963 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | 950 | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2380 mm |
