1977 Ford Granada vs. 1964 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1977 Ford Granada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Granada (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Granada weights approximately 617 kg more than 1964 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, 1977 Ford Granada (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1964 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Granada | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2220 mm |
