1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 50 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sportage weights approximately 750 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, 2011 Kia Sportage, 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950. 2011 Kia Sportage 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. 2011 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Innocenti 950 | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Innocenti | Kia |
| Model | 950 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2639 mm |
