1969 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 39 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 240 kg more than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest will offer significantly more control. 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 Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1969 Innocenti IM 3 has manual transmission. 1969 Innocenti IM 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti IM 3 | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | IM 3 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1130 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 |
