1963 Innocenti 950 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 37 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Innocenti 950 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 125 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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Innocenti 950 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Innocenti | Smart |
Model | 950 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |