1972 Innocenti J4 vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1972 Innocenti J4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 1,414 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Volvo P 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Volvo P 1900 (62 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti J4. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Volvo P 1900 should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Because 1957 Volvo P 1900 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 1957 Volvo P 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1957 Volvo P 1900 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Volvo P 1900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Innocenti J4 | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
Model | J4 | P 1900 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 62 HP |
Torque | 83 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |