2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1968 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 38 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 255 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1968 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Fusion | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
