1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1983 Holden Statesman is newer by 16 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 920 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.
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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40. 1983 Holden Statesman 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. 1983 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Holden Statesman | 1967 Innocenti A 40 | |
Make | Holden | Innocenti |
Model | Statesman | A 40 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 361 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2220 mm |