2001 Ford Econovan vs. 1966 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 495 kg more than 1966 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Econovan | 1966 Innocenti A 40 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Econovan | A 40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2220 mm |