1970 Innocenti IM 3 vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti IM 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti IM 3 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Steyr 500D is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Steyr 500D. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti IM 3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Innocenti IM 3 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti IM 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti IM 3 | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Innocenti | Steyr |
| Model | IM 3 | 500D |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1850 mm |
