1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 11 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 315 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1301 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Innocenti 950 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Innocenti | Simca |
Model | 950 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2530 mm |