1965 Innocenti J4 vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 1999 Kia Shuma is newer by 34 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Shuma (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Shuma weights approximately 260 kg more than 1965 Innocenti J4. 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, 1999 Kia Shuma (155 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti J4 | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Innocenti | Kia |
| Model | J4 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
