2009 Audi S3 vs. 1968 Innocenti J4

To start off, 2009 Audi S3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S3 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1968 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi S3 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 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Audi S3 1968 Innocenti J4
Make Audi Innocenti
Model S3 J4
Year Released 2009 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1098 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 331 Nm 82 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.5 mm 64.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 83.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 3720 mm
Vehicle Width 1410 mm 1540 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 40 L