1973 Innocenti J4 vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 669 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1973 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1973 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Innocenti J4 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Innocenti | Kia |
| Model | J4 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1549 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
