1963 Innocenti 950 vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 33 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 635 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, 1996 Honda S-MX, 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950. 1996 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1963 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1963 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Innocenti 950 | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Innocenti | Honda |
Model | 950 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |