1972 Fiat 124 vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1972 Fiat 124 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 124 (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 124 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1961 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, 1972 Fiat 124 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 124 | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
Model | 124 | 950 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2130 mm |