1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1996 Renault Twingo is newer by 29 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 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Twingo weights approximately 16 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, 1996 Renault Twingo, 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, 1996 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Twingo 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 | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 66 L |
