1963 Abarth 595 vs. 1962 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1963 Abarth 595 is newer by 1 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Innocenti 950 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Innocenti 950 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Innocenti 950 should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1963 Abarth 595. 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, 1962 Innocenti 950 (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 595 | 1962 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
| Model | 595 | 950 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2130 mm |
