1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1987 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1987 Innocenti 990 is newer by 19 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 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Innocenti 990. 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 1987 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Innocenti IM 3 | 1987 Innocenti 990 | |
Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
Model | IM 3 | 990 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2050 mm |