2002 Honda City vs. 1962 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 40 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda City weights approximately 212 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, 2002 Honda City, 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, 2002 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda City | 1962 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | City | 950 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2130 mm |
