1960 Innocenti 950 vs. 2011 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2011 Fiat Idea is newer by 51 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Idea weights approximately 420 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, 2011 Fiat Idea, 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, 2011 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Innocenti 950 | 2011 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Innocenti | Fiat |
| Model | 950 | Idea |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2520 mm |
