1968 Fiat 850 vs. 1970 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1968 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 1968 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 850 | 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
Model | 850 | IM 3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 841 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |