1964 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 31 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 435 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota MR2 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 | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | A 40 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |