1999 Honda Insight vs. 1963 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 36 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight.
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, 1999 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Insight | 1963 Innocenti IM 3 | |
Make | Honda | Innocenti |
Model | Insight | IM 3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |