1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 1953 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1961 Innocenti 950 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Opel Rekord (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Opel Rekord weights approximately 241 kg more than 1961 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Innocenti 950 | 1953 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | 950 | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |
