1976 Buick Estate vs. 1962 Innocenti 950

To start off, 1976 Buick Estate is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1962 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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1962 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1962 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Estate 1962 Innocenti 950
Make Buick Innocenti
Model Estate 950
Year Released 1976 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 71 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 695 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 3420 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2040 mm


 

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