1999 Audi A3 vs. 1965 Innocenti A40S
To start off, 1999 Audi A3 is newer by 34 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A3 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1965 Innocenti A40S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Audi A3, 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, 1999 Audi A3 (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A3 | 1965 Innocenti A40S | |
| Make | Audi | Innocenti |
| Model | A3 | A40S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2220 mm |
