1973 Innocenti J4 vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 36 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1121 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.

Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Innocenti J4 2009 SsangYong Musso
Make Innocenti SsangYong
Model J4 Musso
Year Released 1973 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1097 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 56 HP 119 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 64.6 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.7 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 21.5:1 22.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 2001 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2760 mm


 

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