1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1991 Saab 9000
To start off, 1991 Saab 9000 is newer by 24 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Saab 9000 (185 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Saab 9000 weights approximately 650 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.
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, 1991 Saab 9000, 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, 1991 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti A 40 | 1991 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Saab |
| Model | A 40 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
