1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 38 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1426 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. 2006 Nissan Quest 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. 2006 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | IM 3 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
