1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1962 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1968 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 795 kg more than 1962 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1962 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Austin | Innocenti |
Model | 3-Litre | 950 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2040 mm |