1965 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,123 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (87 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti IM 3 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | IM 3 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
