1982 Dodge Mirada vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1982 Dodge Mirada is newer by 21 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 970 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, 1982 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge Mirada | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Dodge | Innocenti |
| Model | Mirada | 950 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2130 mm |
