2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 45 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 800 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.
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, 2006 Ford Mustang (461 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (74 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950. 2006 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1961 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1961 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Mustang | 950 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2130 mm |