1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1996 Proton Perdana is newer by 28 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Perdana weights approximately 355 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.
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, 1996 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. 1996 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 1968 Innocenti IM 3 has manual transmission. 1968 Innocenti IM 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Innocenti | Proton |
| Model | IM 3 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
