1960 Innocenti 950 vs. 1988 Volvo 240
To start off, 1988 Volvo 240 is newer by 28 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 240 weights approximately 595 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Innocenti 950 | 1988 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
Model | 950 | 240 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 947 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |