1956 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1956 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. 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, 1973 Innocenti J4 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1973 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Anglia | 1973 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Anglia | J4 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 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 | 740 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
