1965 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 Innocenti IM 3.
Because 1960 Peugeot 203 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 1960 Peugeot 203. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti IM 3 | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | IM 3 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
