1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 1966 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1971 Dodge Challenger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 670 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Challenger | 1966 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Innocenti |
| Model | Challenger | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2220 mm |
