1969 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1969 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 1,168 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda 1000 (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Mazda 1000.
Because 1968 Mazda 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mazda 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Mazda 1000 (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti IM 3 | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | IM 3 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
