1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 42 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 600 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Innocenti 950 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | 950 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
