2009 Chrysler 300 vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40

To start off, 2009 Chrysler 300 is newer by 42 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler 300 (215 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1159 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.

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, 2009 Chrysler 300 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40. 2009 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1967 Innocenti A 40 has manual transmission. 1967 Innocenti A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Chrysler 300 1967 Innocenti A 40
Make Chrysler Innocenti
Model 300 A 40
Year Released 2009 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2986 cc 1098 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 81 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 77 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 64 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1959 kg 800 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 3720 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1520 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2220 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 40 L