1998 Ford Focus vs. 1963 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 416 kg more than 1963 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus, 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 Focus (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1963 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Focus | 950 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2130 mm |