1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 1960 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 23 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fiesta (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 105 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, 1983 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1983 Ford Fiesta (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 1960 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Fiesta | 950 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2130 mm |
