1965 Innocenti A40S vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 440 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti A40S | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | A40S | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
