2004 Buick Regal vs. 1968 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 36 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 708 kg more than 1968 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Buick | Innocenti |
| Model | Regal | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
