1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1969 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1969 Innocenti J4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 750 | 1969 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | 750 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
