1966 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1968 Lotus Europa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus Europa (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus Europa should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Because 1968 Lotus Europa is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Lotus Europa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Innocenti IM 3 | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
Model | IM 3 | Europa |
Year Released | 1966 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |