1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1962 Volvo 220
To start off, 1970 Innocenti J4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Volvo 220 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 1962 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | J4 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
