1968 Innocenti J4 vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo is newer by 40 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Sumo (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Sumo should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 950 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.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti J4 | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Tata |
| Model | J4 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2425 mm |
