1980 Dodge Omni vs. 1969 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1980 Dodge Omni is newer by 11 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Dodge Omni (65 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Dodge Omni weights approximately 110 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.
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, 1980 Dodge Omni (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Dodge Omni | 1969 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Dodge | Innocenti |
| Model | Omni | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1715 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
