1963 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1965 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 1965 Riley Kestrel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. Both 1963 Innocenti IM 3 and 1965 Riley Kestrel are equipped with a 1,098 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1965 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1965 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Riley Kestrel (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Riley Kestrel 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 | 1965 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Innocenti | Riley |
| Model | IM 3 | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
