1963 Innocenti 950 vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice

To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 45 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950.

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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (254 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.

Compare all specifications:

1963 Innocenti 950 2008 Pontiac Solstice
Make Innocenti Pontiac
Model 950 Solstice
Year Released 1963 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 40 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 71 Nm 254 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2040 mm 2420 mm


 

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