1996 Honda Civic vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 35 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 235 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, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Civic | 950 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2130 mm |
