1964 Innocenti J4 vs. 1963 Lancia Flavia
To start off, 1964 Innocenti J4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 340 kg more than 1964 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Lancia Flavia 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 1963 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Innocenti J4 | 1963 Lancia Flavia | |
Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
Model | J4 | Flavia |
Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |