1966 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo is newer by 34 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Innocenti A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti A 40 (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti A 40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 16 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
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, 2000 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 | 2000 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Innocenti | Smart |
Model | A 40 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1820 mm |