1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 18 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 790 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Dodge | Innocenti |
Model | Aspen | 950 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 231 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 | 1485 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2040 mm |