1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 35 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 868 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40. 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti A 40 | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jaguar |
| Model | A 40 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 81.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 69 L |
