2005 Honda Insight vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2005 Honda Insight is newer by 44 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 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Insight weights approximately 145 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, 2005 Honda Insight, 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, 2005 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Insight | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Insight | 950 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
