1979 Alpine A 310 vs. 1969 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1979 Alpine A 310 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alpine A 310 (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alpine A 310 | 1969 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Alpine | Innocenti |
| Model | A 310 | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
