1965 Innocenti A40S vs. 1976 Simca 1100
To start off, 1976 Simca 1100 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti A40S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti A40S would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Simca 1100 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 Innocenti A40S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Innocenti A40S 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 1965 Innocenti A40S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Simca 1100, 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, 1976 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti A40S | 1976 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Simca |
| Model | A40S | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |
