1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 39 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 730 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | C |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 68.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |