1963 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 40 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 520 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 2003 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. 2003 Subaru Impreza has automatic transmission and 1963 Innocenti IM 3 has manual transmission. 1963 Innocenti IM 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Impreza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Innocenti IM 3 | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Innocenti | Subaru |
Model | IM 3 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |