1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1967 Innocenti A 40 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti A 40 (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti A 40 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti A 40 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1967 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 500 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2220 mm |
