2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1963 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Idea (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 420 kg more than 1963 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Idea, 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1963 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Idea | 950 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2130 mm |
