1965 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo C70 (236 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo C70 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. 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, 1998 Volvo C70 (340 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. 1998 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Innocenti IM 3 | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
Model | IM 3 | C70 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 236 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |