1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1981 Renault Rodeo is newer by 13 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1981 Renault Rodeo. 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, 1968 Innocenti IM 3 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | 1981 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | IM 3 | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 34 L |
