1958 Ford Popular vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1961 Innocenti 950 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Innocenti 950 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Innocenti 950 should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Popular weights approximately 5 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1961 Innocenti 950 (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Popular | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Popular | 950 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1171 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2130 mm |