1982 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1982 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Mustang (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Mustang weights approximately 753 kg more than 1962 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, 1982 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Mustang | 1962 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Mustang | 950 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2130 mm |
