1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 1980 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 1980 Pontiac 1000 is newer by 19 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Pontiac 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Pontiac 1000 (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Pontiac 1000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Pontiac 1000 weights approximately 265 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, 1980 Pontiac 1000 (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Pontiac 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Innocenti 950 | 1980 Pontiac 1000 | |
Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
Model | 950 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |