1963 Innocenti 950 vs. 1994 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1994 Lancia Kappa is newer by 31 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lancia Kappa (124 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 790 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.
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, 1994 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1994 Lancia Kappa (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1994 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Innocenti 950 | 1994 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | 950 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
