1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1965 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1965 Innocenti J4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1965 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Innocenti |
Model | Giulietta | J4 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |