1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1970 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, both 1970 Fiat 124 and 1970 Innocenti IM 3 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (59 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 124 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 1970 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Fiat 124 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 124 | 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
Model | 124 | IM 3 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
Torque | 87 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |