1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 1968 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1968 Innocenti J4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Because 1960 Abarth 1000 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 1960 Abarth 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1960 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 1968 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
| Model | 1000 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
