2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1960 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 49 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 236 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.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1960 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1960 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1960 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Explorer | 950 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2130 mm |
