1996 Ford Probe vs. 1995 Innocenti Elba
To start off, 1996 Ford Probe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Innocenti Elba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Innocenti Elba would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Probe (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1995 Innocenti Elba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Probe weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Innocenti Elba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Ford Probe (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Innocenti Elba. (100 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Innocenti Elba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Probe | 1995 Innocenti Elba | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Probe | Elba |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
