1963 Innocenti 950 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 509 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 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Innocenti 950. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Innocenti 950 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | 950 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |
