1966 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 41 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 1400 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 1400 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti IM 3.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 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 2007 Nissan 1400. 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, 2007 Nissan 1400 (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 1400 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 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | IM 3 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |