1980 Buick Electra vs. 1963 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 17 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 5,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 835 kg more than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Buick Electra 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 1980 Buick Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1980 Buick Electra (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. 1980 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1963 Innocenti IM 3 has manual transmission. 1963 Innocenti IM 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1963 Innocenti IM 3 | |
Make | Buick | Innocenti |
Model | Electra | IM 3 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2380 mm |