1960 Innocenti 950 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 48 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 220 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Innocenti 950 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | 950 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 947 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2380 mm |
