1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 32 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (175 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 755 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Innocenti 950 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | 950 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
