1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 638 kg more than 1967 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1967 Innocenti A 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Innocenti A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Innocenti A 40 | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Innocenti | Chevrolet |
Model | A 40 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |