1965 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 354 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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (315 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf 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 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | IM 3 | Golf |
Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |