1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 38 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 346 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, 2005 Seat Leon, 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, 2005 Seat Leon (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon 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 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
Make | Innocenti | Seat |
Model | A 40 | Leon |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |