1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1964 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa.
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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1964 Innocenti IM 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
Model | Visa | IM 3 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1096 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |