2004 Ford Focus vs. 1965 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 408 kg more than 1965 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 Ford Focus (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 1965 Innocenti IM 3 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Focus | IM 3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |