1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1973 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1973 Innocenti J4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 296 kg more than 1973 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Zephyr 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 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 1973 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Zephyr | J4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
