1965 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 43 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Kangoo (95 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 290 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo 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 | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | IM 3 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
