1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1963 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 5 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 865 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1963 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Innocenti |
Model | Nova | 950 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |