1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 33 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 720 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 2001 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota MR2 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 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | IM 3 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
