1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 1996 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Swift is newer by 34 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 993 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Swift (55 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Swift.
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, 1996 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1996 Suzuki Swift (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Innocenti 950 | 1996 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | 950 | Swift |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2270 mm |
