1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 49 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 628 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Innocenti 950 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | 950 | Golf |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2578 mm |