1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 26 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 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1205 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, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1961 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1961 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Innocenti |
Model | Caprice | 950 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |