1967 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 30 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 318 kg more than 1967 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Innocenti IM 3 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | IM 3 | Golf |
Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |