1967 Innocenti J4 vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Escape (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 807 kg more than 1967 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, 2012 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti J4 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Innocenti | Ford |
| Model | J4 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 57 L |
