1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1963 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1973 Fiat 126 is newer by 10 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Innocenti 950 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Innocenti 950 (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Innocenti 950 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. 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, 1963 Innocenti 950 (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 126 | 1963 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
Model | 126 | 950 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |