1970 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1982 Skoda L
To start off, 1982 Skoda L is newer by 12 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 12 more horse power than 1982 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1982 Skoda L. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | 1982 Skoda L | |
| Make | Innocenti | Skoda |
| Model | IM 3 | L |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
