1960 Innocenti 950 vs. 1977 Simca 1307
To start off, 1977 Simca 1307 is newer by 17 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Simca 1307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Simca 1307 (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Simca 1307 should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Simca 1307 weights approximately 355 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, 1977 Simca 1307, 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, 1977 Simca 1307 (105 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Simca 1307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Innocenti 950 | 1977 Simca 1307 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Simca |
| Model | 950 | 1307 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
