1966 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1982 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1982 Lancia Prisma is newer by 16 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 64 kg more than 1966 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, 1982 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma 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 | 1982 Lancia Prisma | |
Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
Model | IM 3 | Prisma |
Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |