2005 Fiat Seicento vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Seicento (88 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Seicento | 1967 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Seicento | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |
