1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1983 Innocenti 990 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Austin A 40 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1983 Innocenti 990.
Because 1966 Austin A 40 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 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Innocenti 990, 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, 1966 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1983 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | A 40 | 990 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2050 mm |
