2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 598 kg more than 1970 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Mondeo | J4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
