1967 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 5 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 20 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Suzuki Fronte 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 1972 Suzuki Fronte. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti IM 3 | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | IM 3 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 56 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
