1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1963 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 20 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. 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, 1963 Innocenti IM 3 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1963 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 127 | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.2 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |
