1981 Ford Laser vs. 1960 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1981 Ford Laser is newer by 21 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Laser weights approximately 62 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 1960 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 1960 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Laser, 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, 1981 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Laser | 1960 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Laser | 950 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2130 mm |
