1998 Ford Contour vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 547 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour, 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, 1998 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Contour | 950 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
