1964 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter

To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 41 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 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 545 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2005 Mazda Drifter
Make Innocenti Mazda
Model A 40 Drifter
Year Released 1964 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1098 cc 2606 cc
Horse Power 43 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 81 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 8.4:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 1345 kg
Wheelbase Size 2220 mm 3010 mm


 

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