1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1960 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1972 Ford Gran Torino is newer by 12 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 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 915 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.
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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1960 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Gran Torino | 950 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2130 mm |