1965 Innocenti A40S vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 40 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 520 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Innocenti A40S | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Innocenti | Skoda |
Model | A40S | Fabia |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2470 mm |