1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 42 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 541 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2009 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd 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 | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Innocenti | Kia |
| Model | A 40 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1341 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
