1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 44 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat 500 weights approximately 140 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, 2011 Fiat 500, 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, 2011 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1967 Innocenti A 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Innocenti A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti A 40 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Fiat |
| Model | A 40 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
