1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2004 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Vitara 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 1,247 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 425 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 2004 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, 2004 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, 2004 Suzuki Vitara (220 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | IM 3 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
