1963 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 46 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 578 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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 307 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 | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | IM 3 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
