1992 Ford Tempo vs. 1963 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1992 Ford Tempo 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Tempo (97 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Tempo weights approximately 275 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.
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, 1992 Ford Tempo (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Tempo | 1963 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Tempo | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
