2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1968 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 37 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 435 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | Xsara | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
