1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia is newer by 43 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Insignia (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40.
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, 2010 Opel Insignia, 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, 2010 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Insignia 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 | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | A 40 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2737 mm |
