1992 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1963 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 29 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 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 825 kg more than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 1963 Innocenti IM 3 has manual transmission. 1963 Innocenti IM 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 1963 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Crown Victoria | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |
