1970 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1964 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti J4 would be higher. Both 1970 Innocenti IM 3 and 1964 Innocenti J4 are equipped with a 1,098 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Innocenti J4 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1964 Innocenti J4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Innocenti IM 3 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | 1964 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | IM 3 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
