1963 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Morris Six weights approximately 330 kg more than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Morris Six 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 1949 Morris Six. 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, 1949 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Innocenti IM 3 | 1949 Morris Six | |
Make | Innocenti | Morris |
Model | IM 3 | Six |
Year Released | 1963 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2215 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |