1964 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 45 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 556 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 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | IM 3 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |