1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 1965 Innocenti A40S
To start off, 1991 Innocenti 990 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti A40S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti A40S would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Innocenti A40S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti A40S weights approximately 90 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Because 1965 Innocenti A40S 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 1965 Innocenti A40S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Innocenti 990, 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, 1965 Innocenti A40S (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti A40S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 1965 Innocenti A40S | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | 990 | A40S |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2220 mm |
