1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1969 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1990 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 720 kg more than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Thunderbird | 1969 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Thunderbird | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
