1965 Innocenti A40S vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 423 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, 2004 Mazda 3, 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 Mazda 3 (184 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti A40S | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | A40S | 3 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
