1965 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 33 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa. 1998 Mazda Laputa has automatic transmission and 1965 Innocenti IM 3 has manual transmission. 1965 Innocenti IM 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Laputa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti IM 3 | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | IM 3 | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
