1966 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 155 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Innocenti A 40 | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |