1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 1995 Innocenti Mille
To start off, 1995 Innocenti Mille is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Gran Torino should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 994 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Gran Torino 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 1972 Ford Gran Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Innocenti Mille, 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 1995 Innocenti Mille | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Gran Torino | Mille |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2370 mm |
