1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1973 Nissan Laurel is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Laurel (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 465 kg more than 1962 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, 1973 Nissan Laurel (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Innocenti 950 | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | 950 | Laurel |
Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2680 mm |