2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 45 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 585 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto, 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Grande Punto | 950 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
