1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 1962 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Sunbird (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Sunbird weights approximately 517 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 Holden Sunbird (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 1962 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Holden | Innocenti |
| Model | Sunbird | 950 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2040 mm |
