2006 Ford Escape vs. 1964 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 915 kg more than 1964 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Innocenti A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1964 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escape | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2220 mm |
