2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1970 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 925 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Innocenti |
| Model | PT Cruiser | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
