1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 42 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 505 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.
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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Innocenti 950 | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Innocenti | TVR |
| Model | 950 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
