1965 Innocenti J4 vs. 1981 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1981 Seat Ronda is newer by 16 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Seat Ronda. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Seat Ronda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Seat Ronda weights approximately 100 kg more than 1965 Innocenti J4.
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, 1981 Seat Ronda (98 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti J4 | 1981 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | J4 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
