1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1966 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1966 Innocenti J4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 430 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.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Innocenti J4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1966 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | A 70 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |
