1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 48 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lotus Exige weights approximately 186 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, 2009 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Innocenti 950 | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
| Model | 950 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2310 mm |
