1963 Innocenti 950 vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Kadett (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Kadett weights approximately 127 kg more than 1963 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, both vehicles can yield 71 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Innocenti 950 | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | 950 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
