2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 48 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 271 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950. 2009 Ford Explorer 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. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Explorer | 950 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
