1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega is newer by 41 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 529 kg more than 1967 Innocenti A 40.
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, 2008 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Omega 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 | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | A 40 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
