1963 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 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. 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) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Polo. (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1963 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Innocenti IM 3 | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | IM 3 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
