1963 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2012 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2012 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 49 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 592 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, 2012 Citroen Berlingo (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen Berlingo 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 | 2012 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
| Model | IM 3 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
