1963 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 36 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 95 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.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | IM 3 | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
