1965 Abarth 750 vs. 1965 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, both 1965 Abarth 750 and 1965 Innocenti IM 3 were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1965 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Abarth 750 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 1965 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 750 | 1965 Innocenti IM 3 | |
Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
Model | 750 | IM 3 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |