2003 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 Innocenti 950

To start off, 2003 Cadillac Seville is newer by 42 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac Seville (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1111 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville, 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, 2003 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950. 2003 Cadillac Seville 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. 2003 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac Seville 1961 Innocenti 950
Make Cadillac Innocenti
Model Seville 950
Year Released 2003 1961
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4565 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 40 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 71 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1806 kg 695 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 3420 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2040 mm


 

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