1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 545 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 2005 Volvo S40 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
| Model | J4 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
