1970 Austin 3 vs. 1960 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1970 Austin 3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1960 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, 1970 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 1960 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | 3 | 950 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 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 | 2910 mm | 2040 mm |
