1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 34 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 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Gol (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 170 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, 1995 Volkswagen Gol, 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 (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Innocenti 950 | 1995 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 950 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2480 mm |
