1973 Innocenti J4 vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 40 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 733 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 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Innocenti J4 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Innocenti | Volvo |
Model | J4 | S60 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2776 mm |