1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 39 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 2 weights approximately 274 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, 2007 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 2 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 | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | IM 3 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
