2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1969 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 31 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2320 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 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti IM 3. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1969 Innocenti IM 3 has manual transmission. 1969 Innocenti IM 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1969 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Excursion | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 40 L |
