1965 Innocenti A40S vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 43 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 655 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Innocenti A40S | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | A40S | Avensis |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
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 | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |