2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1966 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 490 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 Ford Mondeo (172 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1966 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Mondeo | J4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
