1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 31 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 715 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.
Because 1962 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 1962 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema, 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Innocenti 950 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | 950 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
