1987 Citroen BX vs. 1965 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen BX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen BX weights approximately 183 kg more than 1965 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, 1987 Citroen BX (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1965 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | BX | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
