2007 Abarth Grande Punto vs. 1967 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti IM 3.
Because 2007 Abarth Grande Punto is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Abarth Grande Punto. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Abarth Grande Punto (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Abarth Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Abarth Grande Punto | 1967 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
| Model | Grande Punto | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
