1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1966 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1966 Innocenti A 40 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti A 40 (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti A 40 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
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, 1966 Innocenti A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Innocenti A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1966 Innocenti A 40 | |
Make | Austin | Innocenti |
Model | A 40 | A 40 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2220 mm |