1993 Fiat 126 vs. 1968 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Fiat 126 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 1993 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Innocenti IM 3 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat 126 | 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 126 | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 702 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
