1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1970 Innocenti J4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect 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 21 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Ford Prefect 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 1961 Ford Prefect. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Prefect | J4 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2380 mm |
