2002 Fiat Seicento vs. 1966 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 2002 Fiat Seicento is newer by 36 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 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Innocenti A 40 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2002 Fiat Seicento.
Because 1966 Innocenti A 40 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 1966 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Seicento, 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, 2002 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Seicento | 1966 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Seicento | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1114 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2220 mm |
