1968 Innocenti C vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass

To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti C would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti C. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1968 Innocenti C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti C. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti C. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass has automatic transmission and 1968 Innocenti C has manual transmission. 1968 Innocenti C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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