1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2001 Nissan HyperMini
To start off, 2001 Nissan HyperMini is newer by 40 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 2,988 cc, 2001 Nissan HyperMini is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan HyperMini weights approximately 555 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950.
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, 2001 Nissan HyperMini (130 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan HyperMini will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950. 2001 Nissan HyperMini has automatic transmission and 1961 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1961 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan HyperMini will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Innocenti 950 | 2001 Nissan HyperMini | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 950 | HyperMini |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 2670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 1900 mm |
