1982 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1982 Fiat Panda is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Panda. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1982 Fiat Panda. 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, 1968 Innocenti IM 3 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Panda. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Panda | 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Panda | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
