1964 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2008 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Fabia is newer by 44 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Fabia (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 310 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, 2008 Skoda Fabia (155 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Fabia 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 | 2008 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Innocenti | Skoda |
| Model | IM 3 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
