1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 1994 Saab 900
To start off, 1994 Saab 900 is newer by 33 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Saab 900 (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Saab 900 weights approximately 635 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.
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, 1994 Saab 900, 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, 1994 Saab 900 (263 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Innocenti 950 | 1994 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Saab |
| Model | 950 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
