2004 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 267 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 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Civic | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
