1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 35 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 715 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Innocenti 950 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 950 | C |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |