1962 Innocenti 950 vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander

To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1060 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 Toyota Highlander, 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 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950. 2012 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1962 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1962 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Innocenti 950 2012 Toyota Highlander
Make Innocenti Toyota
Model 950 Highlander
Year Released 1962 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 2700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 34 HP 187 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 73 Nm 252 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Vehicle Weight 730 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 3670 mm 4785 mm
Vehicle Width 1520 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2130 mm 2789 mm