1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett
To start off, 1970 Innocenti J4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett (67 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett weights approximately 335 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.
Because 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 1967 Volvo P 210 Duett | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | J4 | P 210 Duett |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
