1960 Innocenti 950 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1319 kg more than 1960 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Innocenti 950. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1960 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1960 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Innocenti 950 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | 950 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2870 mm |
