1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 16 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 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 700 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Innocenti 950 | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Innocenti | Buick |
Model | 950 | Century |
Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2760 mm |