1962 Fiat Berline vs. 1973 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1973 Innocenti J4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fiat Berline weights approximately 390 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 1962 Fiat Berline 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 1962 Fiat Berline. 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, 1962 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat Berline | 1973 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
Model | Berline | J4 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |