1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 1982 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1982 Innocenti 990 is newer by 21 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1982 Innocenti 990 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Innocenti 950 (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti 990. (36 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Innocenti 950 should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Innocenti 990 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Because 1961 Innocenti 950 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Innocenti 990, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Innocenti 950 (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti 990. (61 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Innocenti 950 | 1982 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | 950 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2050 mm |
