1970 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1970 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (120 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort.
Because 1970 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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 Ford Escort (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 1966 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escort | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
