1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2004 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 36 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mini Cooper weights approximately 255 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, 2004 Mini Cooper (149 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Mini Cooper 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 | 2004 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mini |
| Model | IM 3 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
