1973 Innocenti J4 vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 480 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 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, 1992 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Innocenti J4 | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
Model | J4 | 480 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |