1986 Citroen Bx vs. 1967 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1986 Citroen Bx is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen Bx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Bx (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Bx weights approximately 136 kg more than 1967 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, 1986 Citroen Bx (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Bx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Bx | 1967 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | Bx | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
