1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 36 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 2,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 675 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero, 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Innocenti 950 | 1998 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Innocenti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 950 | Alero |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2720 mm |
