1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara

To start off, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 470 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 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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 1996 Suzuki Vitara
Make Innocenti Suzuki
Model IM 3 Vitara
Year Released 1968 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1096 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 56 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 216 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1360 kg


 

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