1965 Innocenti J4 vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1965 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti J4 | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | J4 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
