2009 Ford Escape vs. 1970 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 132 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.
Because 2009 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti IM 3. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1970 Innocenti IM 3 has manual transmission. 1970 Innocenti IM 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Escape | 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Escape | IM 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |