1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 2012 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2012 Fiat Idea is newer by 50 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Idea weights approximately 455 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, 2012 Fiat Idea, 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, 2012 Fiat Idea (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Innocenti 950 | 2012 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Innocenti | Fiat |
| Model | 950 | Idea |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
