1964 Innocenti J4 vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1964 Innocenti J4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Innocenti J4 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Wartburg 312 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1964 Innocenti J4.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 82 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Innocenti J4 | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Wartburg |
| Model | J4 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
