1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR 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 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 575 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 Mitsubishi RVR, 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 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi RVR 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 | 2011 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 40 | RVR |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 63 L |
