1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1962 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1989 Dodge Shadow is newer by 27 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Shadow weights approximately 593 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow, 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, 1989 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Dodge Shadow | 1962 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Dodge | Innocenti |
| Model | Shadow | 950 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
