1964 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1974 Volvo 245
To start off, 1974 Volvo 245 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 245 (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 245 weights approximately 594 kg more than 1964 Innocenti A 40. 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, 1974 Volvo 245 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Innocenti A 40 | 1974 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
Model | A 40 | 245 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2127 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |