1964 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 40 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 2,616 cc, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 502 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.
Because 2004 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda RX-8 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 | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | IM 3 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
