1966 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 21 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 290 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.
Because 1966 Innocenti 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 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica, 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica 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 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | A 40 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2530 mm |
