1975 Austin Allegro vs. 1965 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1975 Austin Allegro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. Both 1975 Austin Allegro and 1965 Innocenti IM 3 are equipped with a 1,098 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Austin Allegro. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Allegro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1975 Austin Allegro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Innocenti IM 3 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Allegro. (74 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Allegro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Allegro | 1965 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | Allegro | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
