1967 Innocenti J4 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,968 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 448 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Innocenti J4 | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Innocenti | Volkswagen |
Model | J4 | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1404 mm |