1964 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1966 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1966 Wartburg 353 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1964 Innocenti IM 3.
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, 1966 Wartburg 353 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Innocenti IM 3 | 1966 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Wartburg |
| Model | IM 3 | 353 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
