1999 GMC Safari vs. 1965 Innocenti A40S
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 1155 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.
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, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1965 Innocenti A40S has manual transmission. 1965 Innocenti A40S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1965 Innocenti A40S | |
Make | GMC | Innocenti |
Model | Safari | A40S |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2220 mm |