1978 Honda Prelude vs. 1963 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1978 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Prelude (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Prelude weights approximately 195 kg more than 1963 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Innocenti 950 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Prelude, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Honda Prelude (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Prelude | 1963 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Prelude | 950 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2040 mm |
