1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit.
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, 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 | 1977 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | IM 3 | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |