1963 Innocenti 950 vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 48 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Exige weights approximately 179 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Innocenti 950 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
| Model | 950 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2299 mm |
