1965 Innocenti J4 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2000 Volvo S60 is newer by 35 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 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo S60 (137 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S60 weights approximately 659 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, 2000 Volvo S60 (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti J4 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | J4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2800 mm |
