1964 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1984 Lancia Delta is newer by 20 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 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Delta weights approximately 85 kg more than 1964 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, 1984 Lancia Delta (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Delta 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 | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | IM 3 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
