2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1966 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 371 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1966 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Innocenti |
| Model | Cobalt | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
