1969 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1978 Morgan 4
To start off, 1978 Morgan 4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Morgan 4 (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Morgan 4 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 230 kg more than 1978 Morgan 4.
Because 1978 Morgan 4 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 1978 Morgan 4. 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, 1978 Morgan 4 (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Morgan 4 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 | 1978 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Innocenti | Morgan |
Model | IM 3 | 4 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |