1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2004 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2004 Pontiac G6 is newer by 37 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac G6 (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 754 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, 2004 Pontiac G6, 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, 2004 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40. 2004 Pontiac G6 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. 2004 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Innocenti A 40 | 2004 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
Model | A 40 | G6 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |