1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1961 Innocenti 950 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Rover P4 (93 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 700 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Innocenti 950 | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Innocenti | Rover |
Model | 950 | P4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2830 mm |