1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1963 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (45 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1963 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1963 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Fiesta | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |
