1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 1964 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1978 Innocenti Mini is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1964 Innocenti IM 3 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1964 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 1964 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | Mini | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2380 mm |
