1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 1302 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Innocenti 950 (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Innocenti 950 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950.
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, 1970 Volkswagen 1302 (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Innocenti 950 | 1970 Volkswagen 1302 | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | 950 | 1302 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1285 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |