2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1964 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 45 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 675 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 1964 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 1964 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4, 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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1964 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Brilliance | Innocenti |
| Model | BS4 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2220 mm |
