1970 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1976 Toyota Corolla is newer by 6 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 20 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1976 Toyota Corolla 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 1976 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1976 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Innocenti IM 3 | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | IM 3 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1970 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |