1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1956 Lancia Aurelia
To start off, 1968 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (119 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Lancia Aurelia 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1956 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Innocenti IM 3 | 1956 Lancia Aurelia | |
Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
Model | IM 3 | Aurelia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |