1972 Innocenti J4 vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (148 HP) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti J4. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 535 kg more than 1972 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti J4. 2007 Seat Altea has automatic transmission and 1972 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1972 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Innocenti J4 | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Innocenti | Seat |
Model | J4 | Altea |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 83 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |