1967 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1969 Nissan Sunny is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 249 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 1969 Nissan Sunny. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1967 Innocenti IM 3 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Innocenti IM 3 | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | IM 3 | Sunny |
Year Released | 1967 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2290 mm |