2004 Citroen Saxo vs. 1969 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2004 Citroen Saxo is newer by 35 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1969 Innocenti IM 3 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Saxo | 1969 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | Saxo | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
