1968 Innocenti J4 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2005 Volvo S60 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S60 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Volvo S60 (331 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti J4 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | J4 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
