1966 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 43 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 405 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, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | IM 3 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
