1968 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 40 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 349 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, 2008 Nissan Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note 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 | 2008 Nissan Note | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | IM 3 | Note |
Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1461 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 Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1239 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 46 L |