1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 1976 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1976 Lancia Stratos is newer by 14 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 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 250 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, 1976 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Innocenti 950 | 1976 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | 950 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2190 mm |
