1960 Innocenti 950 vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 204 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1960 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Innocenti 950 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 1960 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204, 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, 1968 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Innocenti 950 | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | 950 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2610 mm |
