1964 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, 2004 Proton 400 is newer by 40 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Proton 400 weights approximately 190 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.
Because 1964 Innocenti A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Proton 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Proton 400 (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Proton 400 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 | 2004 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Proton |
| Model | A 40 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
