1970 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | IM 3 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
