1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1972 Renault 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti A 40 (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti A 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti A 40 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, 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, 1967 Innocenti A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti A 40 | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
