1987 Buick Regal vs. 1962 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 25 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 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 610 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.
Because 1962 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 1962 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950. 1987 Buick Regal 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. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1962 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Buick | Innocenti |
| Model | Regal | 950 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2130 mm |
