1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1970 Innocenti J4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
| Model | Coupe | J4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 783 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
