1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1975 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 14 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 795 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, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Innocenti |
| Model | Nova | 950 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 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 | 5000 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |
