1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1970 Innocenti J4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Because 1954 Austin A 40 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1954 Austin A 40 (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Austin | Innocenti |
| Model | A 40 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2380 mm |
