1966 Innocenti J4 vs. 1996 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 45 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti J4 | 1996 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
| Model | J4 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
