1965 Innocenti A40S vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 31 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 121 (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 121 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 191 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, 1996 Mazda 121, 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, 1996 Mazda 121 (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti A40S | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | A40S | 121 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| 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 | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |
