2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1964 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 218 kg more than 1964 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 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1964 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Fiesta | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 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 | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
