1970 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 2000 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 106 is newer by 30 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 106 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 106 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 104 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 106.
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, 2000 Peugeot 106 (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 106 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 | 2000 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | IM 3 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
