1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 1984 Lotus Etna is newer by 22 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950.
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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Innocenti 950 | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
Model | 950 | Etna |
Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 331 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |