1980 Ford Capri vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1980 Ford Capri is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Capri weights approximately 301 kg more than 1961 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, 1980 Ford Capri (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Capri | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Capri | 950 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |
