1980 Ford Escort vs. 1963 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 155 kg more than 1963 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Innocenti 950 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 1963 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort, 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, 1980 Ford Escort (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 1963 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escort | 950 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2040 mm |
