1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Focus weights approximately 390 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 Ford Focus, 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 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40. 2011 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti A 40 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Innocenti | Ford |
| Model | A 40 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
