1960 Innocenti 950 vs. 2003 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 43 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 272 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, 2003 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Innocenti 950 | 2003 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Innocenti | Morgan |
Model | 950 | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2530 mm |