2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 Innocenti A40S
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti A40S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 915 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, 2006 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti A40S. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti A40S.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1965 Innocenti A40S | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Mustang | A40S |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2220 mm |