1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1963 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 128 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 128 (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 1963 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 128 | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
