1960 Innocenti 950 vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 38 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 398 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, 1998 Mazda 323, 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950. 1998 Mazda 323 has automatic transmission and 1960 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1960 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda 323 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Innocenti 950 | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | 950 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2520 mm |
