1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 2012 Seat Altea

To start off, 2012 Seat Altea is newer by 51 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Altea weights approximately 462 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, 2012 Seat Altea, 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, 2012 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950. 2012 Seat Altea 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. 2012 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Innocenti 950 2012 Seat Altea
Make Innocenti Seat
Model 950 Altea
Year Released 1961 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 34 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 1192 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2130 mm 2470 mm


 

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