1987 Fiat Vivace vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1987 Fiat Vivace 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 80 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.
Because 1961 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 1961 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Vivace, 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 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Vivace | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Vivace | 950 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2130 mm |
