1963 Innocenti 950 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 21 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Polo.
Because 1963 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 1963 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1984 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Innocenti 950 | 1984 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 950 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2340 mm |
