1964 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 658 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | IM 3 | Golf |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |