1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 1998 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1998 Nissan Maxima is newer by 31 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 545 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, 1998 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1998 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Maxima 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 | 1998 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |
