2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1970 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 39 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti IM 3.
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 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Charade | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2380 mm |
