2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1963 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 237 kg more than 1963 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1963 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Fiesta | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
