1953 Ford Popular vs. 1964 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1964 Innocenti J4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Innocenti J4 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Popular 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 1953 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1964 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Ford Popular | 1964 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Popular | J4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |
