2006 Fiat Punto vs. 1966 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Punto | 1966 Innocenti IM 3 | |
Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
Model | Punto | IM 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |