1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1965 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 314 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700.
Because 1962 Abarth 700 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 1962 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 1965 Innocenti IM 3 | |
Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
Model | 700 | IM 3 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |