1956 Fiat 1400 vs. 1973 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1973 Innocenti J4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Because 1956 Fiat 1400 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 1956 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1956 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1400 | 1973 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 1400 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
